Emergency Preparedness – A Plan of Action!

Most people at some time in their life will be faced with an emergency situation. It could be the result of a fire, flood, lightning or sever electrical storm, earthquake, mudslide, avalanche or various other forms of disaster situations. An emergency plan will help you and your family or colleagues know what to do in case of an emergency. Every household, school and business needs an emergency plan.

When making your emergency plan, consider the following guidelines.

Family Preparedness:

Have a 72-hour emergency survival kit by the door for easy access (an extra one in the trunk of your car is also a good idea)

Safe exits from your home (consider doors, windows, stairs – never elevators) and neighbourhood – practice once a month so it will be an automatic response when an emergency does occur

A meeting place to reunite with your family members or roommates

A designated person to pick up your children should you be unavailable to do so